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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of otitis externa?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of otitis externa?
- Erythematous and edematous ear canal
- Pain worse with manipulation of the tragus
- Presence of air-fluid level along the tympanic membrane (correct)
- Yellow, white, or gray debris in the ear canal
What is the main symptom of otitis externa?
What is the main symptom of otitis externa?
- Malaise
- Fever greater than 101 F (38.3 C)
- Pruritus and ear pain (correct)
- Otorrhea and hearing loss
What is the treatment for uncomplicated otitis externa?
What is the treatment for uncomplicated otitis externa?
- Topical antibiotic drops and pain control (correct)
- Oral antibiotics
- Intravenous fluids
- Surgical intervention
Which type of medication is recommended for severe pain in otitis externa?
Which type of medication is recommended for severe pain in otitis externa?
What is the main complication of otitis externa that occurs most commonly in immunocompromised patients and older patients with diabetes mellitus?
What is the main complication of otitis externa that occurs most commonly in immunocompromised patients and older patients with diabetes mellitus?
What is the recommended treatment for malignant otitis externa?
What is the recommended treatment for malignant otitis externa?
Which of the following is a recommended treatment for otitis externa?
Which of the following is a recommended treatment for otitis externa?
What is the main difference between mild to moderate pain and severe pain in otitis externa?
What is the main difference between mild to moderate pain and severe pain in otitis externa?
What is the main complication of otitis externa that can cause canal stenosis and hearing loss?
What is the main complication of otitis externa that can cause canal stenosis and hearing loss?
Which type of antibiotic drops should be avoided if there is suspicion of tympanic membrane perforation?
Which type of antibiotic drops should be avoided if there is suspicion of tympanic membrane perforation?
What is the main causative organism of malignant or necrotizing otitis externa?
What is the main causative organism of malignant or necrotizing otitis externa?
What is the recommended treatment for malignant otitis externa?
What is the recommended treatment for malignant otitis externa?
What is the main complication associated with necrotizing otitis externa?
What is the main complication associated with necrotizing otitis externa?
What is the recommended treatment for fungal etiology in otitis externa?
What is the recommended treatment for fungal etiology in otitis externa?
What is the main symptom of malignant otitis externa that should raise suspicion?
What is the main symptom of malignant otitis externa that should raise suspicion?
Which of the following is a key component of the physical examination for otitis externa?
Which of the following is a key component of the physical examination for otitis externa?
What is the initial symptom experienced by patients with otitis externa?
What is the initial symptom experienced by patients with otitis externa?
What is the clinical presentation of otitis externa when the external ear canal is completely occluded from edema?
What is the clinical presentation of otitis externa when the external ear canal is completely occluded from edema?
What is the mainstay of treatment for uncomplicated otitis externa?
What is the mainstay of treatment for uncomplicated otitis externa?
What is the classification of otitis externa when the ear canal is partially occluded?
What is the classification of otitis externa when the ear canal is partially occluded?
What is the suspected concomitant condition when there is evidence of an air-fluid level along the tympanic membrane?
What is the suspected concomitant condition when there is evidence of an air-fluid level along the tympanic membrane?
What are the systemic symptoms that suggest extension beyond the external ear canal in otitis externa?
What are the systemic symptoms that suggest extension beyond the external ear canal in otitis externa?
What is the characteristic finding on otoscopy in otitis externa?
What is the characteristic finding on otoscopy in otitis externa?
What is the main symptom of otitis externa that is usually worse with manipulation of the tragus, pinna, or both?
What is the main symptom of otitis externa that is usually worse with manipulation of the tragus, pinna, or both?
What is the recommended management for most patients diagnosed with otitis externa?
What is the recommended management for most patients diagnosed with otitis externa?
